Pre -Operation Safety Inspection - Upright SL20 Manual Del Operador

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NTRODUCTION
P -O
RE PERATION
SL20
This manual covers operation of the SL20 Self Propelled Elevating Work Platform. This manual
must be stored on the machine at all times.
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AFETY NSPECTION
Carefully read, understand and follow all safety rules, operating instructions, and labels. Perform the
following steps each day before use.
1. Open module covers and inspect for damage, oil leaks or missing parts.
2. Check the level of the hydraulic oil with the platform fully lowered. Oil should be visible to full
line on tank. Add hydraulic fluid if necessary.
3. Check that fluid level in the batteries is correct (See Battery Maintenance, page 8).
4. Verify that batteries are charged.
5. Check that AC extension cord has been disconnected from charger.
6. Check that all guardrails are in place with fasteners properly tightened.
7. Inspect the machine thoroughly for cracked welds, loose hardware, hydraulic leaks, damaged
control cable, loose wire connections and wheel bolts.
8. Move the machine, if necessary, to an unobstructed area to allow for full elevation.
9. Pull Chassis Emergency Stop Switch to the ON position.
10. Pull Platform Emergency Stop Switch to the ON position.
11. Turn and hold the Chassis Key
Switch to CHASSIS. Push the
Chassis Lift/Lower Switch to lift
position and fully elevate the plat-
form.
12. Visually inspect the elevating
assembly, lift cylinder, cables and
hoses for cracked welds, loose
hardware, hydraulic leaks, loose
wire connections and erratic
operation. Check for missing or
loose parts.
13. Verify that depression mecha-
nism supports have fully rotated
into position under each module.
14. Turn and hold the Chassis Key
Switch to CHASSIS. Partially
lower the platform by pushing the
Chassis Lift/Lower Switch to
LOWER, and check operation of
the audible lowering alarm.
15. Pull out on the Emergency Lowering Knob to check for proper operation. Once the platform
has lowered completely, release the knob.
Chassis
Key Switch
Lift/Lower Switch
Figure 1: Chassis Controls
Chassis Emergency
Stop Switch
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